The exit of Star Lotulelei in free agency will put more attention on Short in 2018, the first season in which the pair won’t play in the same unit. Competing in a tough division, the Panthers will look for Short to be a playmaker against some of the league’s best offenses.

Aaron Donald naturally came in at the top of the list, followed by Gerald McCoy, Geno Atkins and Fletcher Cox.

While some may argue that Short should be ranked higher, fifth place is no shame given the level of competition. Several excellent DTs didn’t even crack the top 10, including Grady Jarrett and Dontari Poe, who will take Lotulelei’s place lining up next to Short.